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Bruins vs. Canucks prediction: Boston favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [1/3/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Boston Bruins vs Vancouver Canucks predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Vancouver Canucks will square off with the Boston Bruins, in what is expected to be a close NHL game, at Rogers Arena on Saturday, beginning at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Bruins a slight edge with a 53% win probability over the Canucks.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's Bruins vs. Canucks matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Bruins vs. Canucks prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL game between the Bruins and Canucks 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Bruins a 53% chance of defeating the Canucks.
According to our model, the Canucks (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 51% chance of staying under.
Bruins vs. Canucks odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Bruins | Canucks |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+190) | +1.5 (-210) |
| Moneyline | -137 | +120 |
| Total | o6 (-115) | u6 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Bruins vs. Canucks picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Canucks +1.5 | -210 |
| Moneyline | Canucks | +120 |
| Total | Under 6 | -105 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Canucks to win.
Bruins vs. Canucks player props
Who will score a goal in Bruins vs. Canucks?
According to our model, David Pastrnak is most likely to score an anytime goal in Bruins vs. Canucks.
Our projections give Pastrnak a 41.7% chance of scoring a goal at Rogers Arena, while the star is an 8.7% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Boston Bruins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 41.7% |
| Morgan Geekie | 37.0% |
| Alex Steeves | 24.2% |
| Pavel Zacha | 22.3% |
| Viktor Arvidsson | 21.8% |
Vancouver Canucks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Linus Karlsson | 31.3% |
| Jake DeBrusk | 30.6% |
| Kiefer Sherwood | 27.7% |
| Brock Boeser | 27.7% |
| Evander Kane | 22.9% |
First goal scorer predictions
Boston Bruins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 8.7% |
| Morgan Geekie | 7.1% |
| Pavel Zacha | 4.2% |
| Alex Steeves | 4.2% |
| Viktor Arvidsson | 3.9% |
Vancouver Canucks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Linus Karlsson | 6.0% |
| Kiefer Sherwood | 5.5% |
| Jake DeBrusk | 5.5% |
| Brock Boeser | 5.2% |
| Evander Kane | 4.9% |
Bruins vs. Canucks game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's game between the Canucks and Bruins at Rogers Arena is scheduled to commence at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: Boston Bruins vs. Vancouver Canucks
- Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Rogers Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Bruins, with a 53% win probability, will likely beat the Canucks on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Bruins vs. Canucks insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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